--- title: "Memphis Traffic" url: https://www.herememphis.com/traffic-memphis-tn/ date: 2026-07-11T20:30:05+00:00 modified: 2026-07-11T20:43:33+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Memphis" attribution: "HERE Memphis" --- # Memphis Traffic *Source: [HERE Memphis](https://www.herememphis.com/traffic-memphis-tn/) — July 11, 2026 by * Public Safety # Memphis Traffic & Road Conditions Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Shelby [SCDOT Cameras](#ht-cameras) [Accidents](#ht-accidents) [DUI Reports](#ht-dui) [School Zones](#ht-school) [Report an Issue](/contact/) [MAACO Sponsored · Paint & Body Since 1972 Memphis's bumpers take a beating. Uncle Maaco puts them back together — America's #1 Bodyshop. See How This Spot Works →](/section-sponsorship/) Roads & Traffic Patterns ## How Shelby County Moves: Highways, Commutes & Freight A driver's-eye reference to the interstates, US highways, commute corridors, and freight infrastructure that define how Memphis gets where it's going. ### Commute Patterns & Regional Drives Memphis commuters operate on a regional grid, not a city grid. Here is how long the most-driven trips actually take from Memphis: Nashville, TN 212 mi · ~195 min Jackson, MS 210 mi · ~200 min Little Rock, AR 134 mi · ~125 min Birmingham, AL 239 mi · ~220 min St. Louis, MO 285 mi · ~260 min Atlanta, GA 393 mi · ~360 min ### Freight, Inland Port & Airport Traffic Truck traffic into and out of Shelby County isn't random — most of it is anchored at **Port of Memphis / McKellar Lake**. Operated by the Memphis-Shelby County Port Commission, the inland port shuttles containers between the region and the coast by overnight rail. Add **Memphis International Airport (MEM)** to the picture. It is the region's primary commercial airport, and the drive in from Memphis is a short hop. All figures sourced from state DOT traffic counts, the state Department of Public Safety fact book, the regional ports authority, and the local airport district — refreshed as new annual reports drop. Live conditions, accidents, and lane closures are above; this section explains the system those incidents move through. SCDOT Live Feeds ## SCDOT Traffic Cameras — Shelby Camera thumbnails link directly to 511SC.org — no SCDOT API key required. [View all cameras on 511SC.org →](https://www.511sc.org) [LIVE *HERE*Memphis Traffic Cam SCDOT Live SCDOT Live Traffic — Shelby Area Live camera feeds for the Shelby area are being curated. View all SCDOT cameras on 511SC.org. View on 511SC →](https://www.511sc.org) Official Links ## Real-Time Resources Road Conditions & Closures - [511SC.org](https://www.511sc.org) SC DOT official traffic info portal - [SCDOT Road Conditions](https://www.scdot.org/travel/travel-conditions.aspx) Statewide conditions & alerts - [Shelby Road Department](https://www.memphiscountysc.gov/163/Roads-Bridges) County roads, bridges & maintenance - [SCHP Incident Reports](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp) SC Highway Patrol incident log Emergency & Commute - Dial 911 Emergency — police, fire, EMS - *HP (*47) SCHP Non-Emergency — highway patrol - (864) 596-2038 Memphis PD Traffic Unit - [GSP Airport Traffic](https://www.gspairport.com) Greenville-Memphis International Airport - [Waze Memphis Live Map](https://www.waze.com/live-map) Crowd-sourced real-time traffic routing Latest Updates ## Memphis Traffic News Traffic news and road updates are published here daily. Check back soon or follow us for alerts. Crash & Accident Reports ## Memphis Accidents & Crash Reports Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety in Shelby. Accident and crash reports for Shelby will appear here as they are published. Our team monitors SCHP, WSPA, and local sources daily. DUI & Impaired Driving ## Memphis DUI Reports & Checkpoints DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Shelby DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Shelby will appear here as they are published. ### Shelby DUI Data - **1,127 monitored DUI cases** in Shelby (MADD Court Monitoring, 2019–2024) - **65% conviction rate** — the highest of all 7 monitored SC counties - **SC is #5 nationally** for drunk driving fatalities — 474 deaths in 2022 - **BAC limit**: 0.08% for drivers 21+, 0.02% for under 21 - **First offense penalties**: $400–$1,000 fine, 48 hours–90 days jail, 6-month license suspension - **Refusing a breathalyzer** results in automatic 6-month license suspension under SC implied consent law ⚠ DUI Checkpoints SC Highway Patrol conducts regular DUI checkpoints throughout Shelby. Checkpoints are legal and must follow strict protocols. [SCHP Info →](https://scdps.sc.gov/schp) 📞 Report a Drunk Driver If you see an impaired driver, call 911 immediately. Note the vehicle description, tag number, and direction of travel. [Call 911](tel:911) 🚗 Sober Ride Options Uber and Lyft operate in the Memphis area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs. School Zone Safety ## Memphis School Traffic & Zone Safety School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Shelby parents and commuters ### School Zone Speed Limits South Carolina law requires drivers to reduce speed to the posted school zone limit during designated hours. Fines are doubled in active school zones. Watch for flashing beacon signals near all Memphis schools. ### Pickup & Dropoff Hours Peak school traffic: **6:30–8:30 AM** and **2:00–4:00 PM** on school days. Allow extra commute time during these hours. Obey no parking and no stopping signs near school entrances. ### School Bus Safety SC law requires all vehicles to stop for school buses with extended stop signs and flashing red lights. Passing a stopped school bus carries fines up to $1,000 and potential license suspension. Children should wait in a safe place away from traffic. ### Back-to-School Alerts Each August, traffic patterns shift across Shelby as 9 school districts resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections. ### Shelby School Districts - Memphis-Shelby County Schools By the Numbers ## Memphis Commute Facts Key statistics for Shelby commuters Data: US Census Bureau ACS • SCDOT Traffic Reports Alerts ## Active Construction & Closures Major construction and road closure alerts will be posted here as they are reported. Our team monitors SCDOT and county notices daily to keep Shelby commuters informed. 🚧 SCDOT Press ReleasesJul 10, 2026 • Traffic Engineering[SCDOT to Implement New Traffic Pattern at Myrtle Beach Highway Intersection in Sumter County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-implement-new-traffic-pattern-at-myrtle-beach-highway-i.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will shift traffic at the intersection of Myrtle Beach Highway (US 378) and Brick Church Road (SC-527) in Sumter County on Thursday,…Jul 10, 2026 • SCDOT Commission[SCDOT Commission to Meet July 16th, 2026](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/-scdot-commission-to-meet-july-16th--2026.html)Jul 9, 2026 • Bridges[SCDOT Receives $23.5 Million Federal Grant for Statewide Bridge Replacement Initiative](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-receives--23-5-million-federal-grant-for-statewide-bridge-.html)Following an announcement from the US Department of Transportation, the South Carolina Department of Transportation announced today that it has received a competitive $23.5 million…Jul 8, 2026 • Interstate Highways[I-95 Northbound Rest Area Closure for Lake Marion Bridge Replacement Project](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/i-95-northbound-rest-area-closure-for-lake-marion-bridge-replace.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close the I-95 northbound rest area at mile marker 99 beginning Monday, July 13.Jul 7, 2026 • Traffic Advisories[SCDOT to Implement Traffic Change at John Nunn Highway and Salley Road Intersection in Orangeburg County](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/2026/scdot-to-implement-traffic-change-at-john-nunn-highway-and-salle.html)The South Carolina Department of Transportation will convert the John Nunn Highway / Ninety-Six Road (SC-389) and Salley Road (SC-394) intersection from a two-way stop to a tempora…Source: [South Carolina Department of Transportation](https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress.html) For real-time closure information, visit 511SC.org — the official SCDOT traffic portal for Tennessee. 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